The following definitions are from "The Language of Identity: Using inclusive terminology at Rowan University" available via: https://rowandei.files.wordpress.com/2021/02/the-language-of-identity-020221.pdf
DEI Statements for Syllabus: https://sites.rowan.edu/academic-affairs//facultycenter/resources/deisyllabusinfo.html
The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion would like to encourage all faculty to include the syllabus language below that addresses the reporting of all types of discrimination and bias in the protected categories.
Rowan University's Statement on Diversity
Rowan University promotes a diverse community that begins with students, faculty, staff and administration who respect each other and value each other’s dignity. By identifying and removing barriers and fostering individual potential, Rowan will cultivate a community where all members can learn and grow. The Rowan University community is committed to a safe environment that encourages intellectual, academic, and social interaction and engagement across multiple intersections of identities. At Rowan University, creating and maintaining a caring community that embraces diversity in its broadest sense is among the highest priorities.
Rowan University Sexual Misconduct and Harassment Reporting, and Title IX
Rowan University and its faculty and staff are committed to assuring a safe and productive educational environment for all students. Title IX makes it clear that sexual misconduct and harassment based on sex and gender is a Civil Rights offense subject to the same kinds of accountability and the same kinds of support applied to offenses against protected categories such as race, national origin, etc.
University faculty and staff members are required to report any instances of sexual misconduct or harassment, to the University’s Title IX Coordinator so that the appropriate resources and support options are provided. Please report any incidents of sexual misconduct and harassment by clicking HERE. What this means is that as your professor, I am required to report any incidents of sexual misconduct and harassment that are directly reported to me, or of which I am somehow made aware. See Rowan’s policy, Student Sexual Misconduct and Harassment.
Rowan University Discrimination and Harassment Reporting, and Title VI
Rowan University prohibits discrimination, whether verbal, written, physical or psychological under the University’s Policy Prohibiting Discrimination in the Workplace and Educational Environment. Please report any incidents of discrimination and harassment by clicking HERE. In addition, as your professor, I am required to report any incidents of discrimination and harassment that are directly reported to me, or of which I am somehow made aware. Please see below available resources:
Confidential Resources:
Non-Confidential Resources:
To learn more about Title IX go to: go.rowan.edu/titleix
To learn more about Title VI go to: go.rowan.edu/titlevi
Please see the following Research and Resource Sites.
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Outside Resources
Panel Discussion: Black Men in White Coats
Moderators: Dr. Jocelyn Mitchell-Williams, Associate Dean of Diversity and Community Affairs, CMSRU & Yvonne Ortiz, Director, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, RowanSOM
Panelists: Dr. Bayo Adunbarin, Dr. David Clemons, Dr. Guy Hewlett, Dr. Troy L. Randle
Program Description: CMSRU and RowanSOM hosted a virtual screening of the documentary Black Men in White Coats with a panel discussion. What are the experiences, conditions, and environments to help more Black men become physicians to serve diverse communities?
Connecting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to Medical Education and Practice
Yvonne Ortiz, MEd. Director, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (RowanSOM)
Program Description: Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are terms frequently used, but erroneously understood in the context of American higher education and medicine. In this interactive professional learning, participants will learn DEI concepts to develop a shared language and its relevance to enhance working environments and patient care. Topics include: how race and racism has permeated American medicine, a basic understanding of implicit bias and microaggressions, and how these concepts impact health disparities and apply to a medical education setting.
Implicit Bias in the Exam Chair
Dr. Adrienne Rigueur, SOM Alumna '06
Program Description: SNMA, the Dean’s Office and the Office of Student Affairs and Alumni Engagement hosted a Community Grand Rounds Lecture on January 25, "Implicit Bias in the Exam Chair" with SOM Alumna, Dr. Adrienne Rigueur '06.
Equitable Care and COVID-19: Understanding and Addressing Challenges of Medical Mistrust and Misinformation
Dr. Charles Senteio, PhD, MBA, LCSW, Assistant Professor, Rutgers University School of Communication and Information
Program Description: Dr. Charles Senteio will provide historical context for why contemporary factors seem to easily sow medical mistrust and misinformation. He will outline that just as social determinants of health put certain populations more at risk of COVID-19 exposure, infection, hospitalization, and death, social factors also influence the spread and uptake of misinformation and level of mistrust. Unlike other health outcomes characterized by persistent inequity, inequitable uptake of a future COVID-19 vaccine has direct implications for all of us. Dr. Senteio will offer his perspectives on how to provide quality care in this dynamic information and shifting social environment.